The first season of The Messengers is a 13-episode supernatural mystery drama that aired on The CW in 2015. Created by Eoghan O’Donnell, the series follows five strangers who are killed by a shockwave from a mysterious object falling to Earth, only to miraculously revive with extraordinary supernatural abilities.
A meteorite strikes the New Mexico desert, emitting a pulse that temporarily stops the hearts of five diverse individuals across the country. The Messengers - Season 1
Each "Messenger" is granted a unique ability, though using these powers often comes with a physical or emotional side effect. Background Supernatural Gift Radio-astronomer searching for her kidnapped son Spirit-walking: Can leave her physical body Raul Garcia Federal agent fleeing a dangerous undercover assignment Mind-reading: Can hear others' thoughts Peter Moore Troubled high school student and orphan Super Strength: Enhanced physical power Joshua Silburn Jr. Charismatic second-generation televangelist Visions: Predictive psychic glimpses of the future Erin Calder Young mother fleeing an abusive ex-husband Healing: Ability to physically heal others The first season of The Messengers is a
Upon awakening, the group meets Rose Arvale, a nurse who reveals they are "Angels of the Apocalypse". Their mission is to stop the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse from breaking the seven seals and triggering the Rapture. Each "Messenger" is granted a unique ability, though